Tour Description
Uncover the hidden stories and forgotten legends of Sultanahmet, the heart of Istanbul’s Old City. This immersive walking tour takes you beyond the famous landmarks, revealing the secrets behind ancient palaces, temples, and mysterious ruins.
✔ Explore Hagia Sophia – Discover why its giant empty picture frames remain untouched.
✔ Unravel the Mystery of a Gun Tower – Learn the unexpected history of a five-star hotel’s fortified past.
✔ Decipher Ancient Ruins – Find out why a massive abandoned structure still stands on the highway.
✔ Walk Through Layers of History – From Roman to Byzantine to Ottoman eras, witness how each civilization shaped the city.
Let the stories bring these ancient stones to life—join us for an unforgettable journey through time!
About the Leaders
Trici Venola
Trici Venola is a renowned Los Angeles digital painter and MacEvangelist who moved to Istanbul in 1999 and began documenting the city’s transformation through her detailed and evocative drawings. With over 2,000 sketches, she has captured the rapidly changing landscapes, historic landmarks, and everyday life of Istanbul—a city at the crossroads of civilizations.
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